Recalls / 2012-07-11

Troxel Recalls Flexible Flyer Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard

12220 · Recalled 2012-07-11 · CPSC page

Description

The Flexible Flyer swing sets come in 11 different models each with a see saw attachment along with swings, bars or a slide. The model number can be found on a sticker located underneath the center of the top bar of each swing set unit. Model numbers and names are listed below: Model # Model Name 41575 BIG ADVENTURE 41577 FUN FANTASTIC 41578 FUN FANTASTIC II 42003 BACKYARD FLYER 42013 BACKYARD FUN 42023 BACKYARD SWINGIN' FUN 42030 WINDSOR II 42124 FUN TIME 42126 FANTASTIC PLAYGROUND 42544 TRIPLE FUN 42560 TRIPLE FUN II

Hazards

The see saw seats can break away from the bolt fasteners during use, posing a fall hazard.

Reported injuries

The firm received 1,232 reports of see saw seats breaking resulting in thirteen injuries to young children that included bumps, bruises and lacerations.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the see saws immediately and contact Troxel to receive a free repair kit.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Flexible Flyer Swing Sets		About 100,500 in the United States and 4,900 in Canada

Parties

Manufacturer: The Troxel Company
Made in: United States
Sold at: Walmart, Toys R Us, Academy, at other specialty stores, online retailers, $280.

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Troxel at (888) 770-7060 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at http://www.regcen.com/flexibleflyer

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Source: CPSC recall 12220. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.